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Yeteme’s story – now a proud mother of three
My name is Yeteme Dessiew and I have a story to tell that will make you cry first in sorrow and then for joy....
June 9th, 2017
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Claudia kicking goals
Claudia is one of our fantastic supporters joining our Hamlin Ethiopian Adventure in November this year. Each year, the Catherine Hamlin Fistula Foundation takes a small group of passionate supporters over to Ethiopia to witness first-hand how their donations are changing lives. Trip participants get an insider’s tour of Hamlin Fistula Ethiopia. They visit the famous Addis Ababa Fistula Hospital, […]...
June 8th, 2017
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From fear to recovery – Lensse’s story
For five long days, Lensse suffered through an intense birth. She fell unconscious due to her lengthy labour and eventually delivered a stillborn baby....
June 2nd, 2017
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Our fabulous volunteers
Thank you to our wonderful vollies! The Hamlin Shop in Sydney is run by a crew of dedicated volunteers. These big-hearted individuals are always busy packing online orders, serving customers in the gift shop and helping with fundraising. They come from a range of backgrounds and ages and all have a great enthusiasm for supporting the work […]...
June 1st, 2017
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Ayehu’s story
When Ayehu became pregnant for the third time, this one did not go well. She laboured unsuccessfully at home for two interminable days and was left in a state of exhaustion and semi-consciousness....
May 26th, 2017
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168 hours of labour: Zahra’s story
Zahra, ashamed of her condition and afraid of getting lost, was too scared to travel alone, and no one from her village was willing to accompany her. Finally, a cousin took pity on Zahra and brought her to Addis Ababa Fistula Hospital....
May 5th, 2017
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Midwives save lives
International Day of the Midwife 2017 Did you know that today is International Day of the Midwife? May 5th is a day for us to celebrate these wonderful health professionals and all the passion, love and life-saving medical support they provide to women giving birth. Each year 350,000 women around the world die due to […]...
May 4th, 2017
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The journey to hope – Asnakech’s story
Asnakech had two healthy daughters, she was not concerned about the possibility of complications during her third pregnancy. However, she faced a delivery more difficult than ever....
April 24th, 2017
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The terrible toll of childbirth injuries – Mitike’s story
All of Mitike’s past deliveries had been at home without any problems so she never visited health facilities for her fourth pregnancy. Unfortunately, her delivery did not go to plan....
March 23rd, 2017
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A network of midwives
In September 2016, 25 new students commenced their four-year Bachelor of Science degree in Midwifery, at the Hamlin College of Midwives. Each student is provided a full scholarship, which is completely funded by generous donors to Hamlin Fistula Ethiopia. Donors like IMC – one of the world’s leading proprietary trading firms. IMC believes that businesses […]...
March 14th, 2017
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From a nightmare to a new life
When Aregu became pregnant with her first child it was an exciting time for everyone. Her mother spent the last three months of the pregnancy in Aregu’s home, preparing for the new child....
March 14th, 2017
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An inspiration at 93
On January 24, Dr Catherine Hamlin celebrated her 93rd birthday. The sun shone as Catherine’s loyal staff threw her a birthday party in the garden of the Addis Ababa Fistula Hospital. It was a day of celebration, laughter and cake eating! Catherine has dedicated nearly 60 years of her life to the women of Ethiopia. […]...
March 14th, 2017
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